2024 WACC Membership Brochure

MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT WILLISTON AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ANNA NELSON Congratulations on your investment in your business and in your community! Your membership not only provides opportunities to connect, engage, grow, and lead, it also supports the growth and prosperity of your fellow members and of the local business community. We look forward to working with you. TABLE OF CONTENTS Williston Area Chamber of Meet our Board and Staff ..................1 Commerce Mission: Membership Advantages ..................2 The Williston Area Chamber of Commerce Western Star Foundation ..................4 is dedicated to advancing the exceptional Events/Sponsorship Opportunities ...5 economic growth of the greater Williston Advertising Opportunities .................13 area, fostering a community where people Community Engagement ..................17 want to live and thrive, not just work. Membership Application ...................23 MEET OUR BOARD MEMBERS + STAFF The Williston Area Chamber of Commerce plays a crucial role in fostering economic growth and community development. Within this organization, there are distinct roles and responsibilities assigned to both the board members and the staff. Our board members have been elected to oversee the organization’s strategic Board of Directors direction and decision-making processes. They are volunteers who bring diverse expertise and perspectives to the table. Our board of directors set policies, make high-level decisions, and represent the Chamber in the community. Our staff at the Williston Area Chamber of Commerce is enthusiastic about actively engaging with the community to foster collaboration, support local businesses, and create meaningful connections that contribute to the overall growth 1. Chamber Staff and vitality of our dynamic region.

TAKE ADVANTAGE OF YOUR MEMBER BENEFITS MEMBERSHIP ADVANTAGES! The Williston Area Chamber of Commerce strives to be a partner for businesses by offering resources, referrals, discounts, advertising and sponsorship opportunities, advocacy efforts, and much more. Our business is making sure your business not only succeeds, but thrives. MORE EXPOSURE As a Chamber Member, you can: • Utilize the Chamber’s online member directory, newsletters, and social media presence • NEW in 2024 -- WACC has launched an app, Discover Williston, to promote your business and special offers, helping you spread the word to potential customers and clients • Access the Chamber’s bulk mailing list to help maximize your direct mailing marketing efforts • Receive one FREE ad in the Chamber Newsletter each year BUILD PARTNERSHIPS We offer multiple networking opportunities including: • Business After Hours • Ribbon Cuttings • Brew Your Business • Chamber community events • Host your own networking event We can partner with you to make that happen! INCREASE CREDIBILITY • Statistics show consumers tend to choose the products/services of companies that are heavily involved in their local chamber • Customers tend to associate high community involvement with trustworthiness and leadership 2.

YOU ASK: WHAT’S THE VALUE OF A MEMBERSHIP? EVENTS YOU CAN HOST/SPONSOR: ADVERTISING: • Ribbon Cuttings • Mobile App, Discover Williston • Business After Hours • Chamber newsletter • Williston Professionals Network Social (more than 2,600+ recipients) • Customized events • Chamber social media o Do you have an idea or a need? o Spotlights available We can help! • Exclusive discounts at Williston Herald, The Community Shopper, iHeart Media, GET INVOLVED: KUMV-TV, 1Better BOARDS OF DIRECTORS (BOD) BENEFITS: • Williston Area Chamber of Commerce BOD CHILDCARE • Western Star Foundation 501(c)3 BOD • 12% Given back to the Early Educators Alliance to help with Childcare/Preschools COMMITTEES HUMAN RESOURCES • Agriculture • Get a dedicated HR manager for • Ambassadors $99/mo with Bambee • Energy DISCOUNTS • Leadership & Education • Member-to-member discounts • Policy • Chamber events are free or discounted • Retail for you/your employees • Workforce • Williston Professionals Network WORKSHOPS (formerly Young Professionals) U œ˜«ÀœwÌ œœÌV>“« VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES CONNECTIONS • See events • Access to our nearly 600 member businesses The WACC, its Policy Committee, staff, and Board of Directors are constantly working behind the scenes to ensure the economic landscape in the Williston area fosters success and growth. ADVOCACY: At the local, state, and federal levels, WACC is committed to protecting its businesses, advocating for good policy, and keeping members informed. Priorities: Workforce | Childcare | Housing | Business-Friendly Policies NEW in 2024: Candidate Forums | Partnership on Candidate Training Election Information | DC Fly-In RESOURCES: RELOCATION CONCIERGE SERVICE ACCESS TO LOCAL/STATE ENTITIES: Is your potential new employee new to Williston? • Small Business Development Center Let one of our ambassadors show them and/ • ND Department of Commerce or their family around, showing them what is • Williston Economic Development. important to them to make Williston home U ˆÌÞÉVœÕ˜ÌÞœvwVˆ>Ã • Western Region Economic Development JOB BOARD ON CHAMBER WEBSITE OR • Vision West IN E-NEWSLETTER • Golden Path Solutions – help train/hire the 3. next generation

WESTERN STAR FOUNDATION A 501(c)3 FOUNDATION OF WACC A 501(c)3 Foundation of the Williston Area Chamber of Commerce Mission Statement: The Western Star Foundation facilitates and supports sustainable solutions for educational initiatives and leadership, professional, and workforce development for Williston Area Chamber of Commerce members and the Williston community. The Western Star Foundation is dedicated to making a positive impact in the Williston community through strategic partnerships with organizations that align with our mission of promoting education, leadership, professional and workforce development. As the foundation grows, the initiatives will include sponsorships, scholarships, events, and support for the diverse needs of all members, including a way to better serve our more than {x˜œ˜‡«ÀœwÌ“i“LiÀÃœvÌ…i7ˆˆÃÌœ˜ …>“LiÀ° WHAT FALLS UNDER THE WESTERN STAR FOUNDATION? • Mental Health First Aid • Leadership Williston • Teacher Appreciation • Leadership/Education Committee • Lemonade Day • Brew Your Business • Farm to Table Dinner • Women in Leadership Expo The Western Star Foundation is proud to support FREE, hands-on training NEW for childcare workers through the Williston Early Educators Alliance. INITIATIVE: /…iÃi ÃiÃÈœ˜Ã >Ài ˜œÌ œ˜Þ iÃÃi˜Ìˆ> vœÀ ˆVi˜Ãˆ˜} LÕÌ >Ãœ ÀiyiVÌ œÕÀ commitment to ensuring the highest standards of care for our Priorities: Workforce | Childcare | Housing | Business-Friendly Policies little ones. By investing in this initiative, we prioritize early childhood NEW in 2024: Candidate Forums | Partnership on Candidate Training education as the cornerstone of a thriving community. Election Information | DC Fly-In 4.

STARS OF WILLISTON AWARDS. APPRECIATION. AUCTION. JANUARY 26, 2024 EXPERIENCE: • Must-attend event! • Awards Ceremony • Cocktails + Light Refreshments • Introduction of New Board Members UčÕV̈œ˜Ìœ i˜iwÌ7iÃÌiÀ˜-Ì>ÀœÕ˜`>̈œ˜ SOCIAL SPONSOR $5,000 (SOLD) • One premium table for eight (8) included • Top logo on event signage, program, and event promotions • Two bottles of wine included • CEO or lead representative to welcome members • Eight drink tickets in attendance and talk about company and • Sponsor spotlight video on support of the Chamber (10 minutes) social media STAGE SPONSOR $2,500 (SOLD) • Logo on stage, event signage, program, • Six (6) tickets included and event promotions • One bottle of wine included • Sponsor recognized from the podium and • Six (6) drink tickets when introducing auctioneer • Sponsor spotlight post on • CEO or lead representative to address social media and talk about company and support of the Chamber (5 minutes) AWARD SPONSOR • Company name recognized in the $1,500 (SOLD): program and from podium during • Williston Leadership Awards Ceremony • Generation Next • Company logo listed with award in all programs, promotions, etc. • E. Ward Koeser Advocacy • Four (4) tickets included • Community Engagement • One bottle of wine included • Champion of Agriculture • Four drink tickets • Sponsor spotlight on post on ARS OF WILLISTON social media AUCTION PACKAGE SPONSOR $500 AUCTION DONATION • Company name sign on auction package • Company name sign on • Sponsor recognized from the auctioneer auction package • Company name recognized in the programs • Donation recognized from • Two (2) tickets included the auctioneer • Company name recognized in ANNUAL ST• Sponsor post on social media the programs 5. • One (1) ticket included

FARM TO TABLE DINNER JUNE 19, 2024 EXPERIENCE: • WACC Agriculture Committee collaborates with Williams County Soil Conservation District • Opportunity for the community to engage with the Agriculture industry through dinner, speakers and demonstrations PREMIER SPONSOR $5,000 (1 AVAILABLE) • Top logo on event signage, programs, • Sponsor recognized from podium and event promotions • Eight (8) tickets to the event • Sponsor representative may welcome • Sponsorship spotlight video on attendees and discuss partnerships with social media the local agricultural sector (5 minutes) GOLD SPONSOR $2,000 • Logo on event signage, programs, and • Six (6) tickets to the event all event promotions • Sponsorship spotlight post on • Sponsor recognized from the podium social media SILVER SPONSOR $1,000 • Company name recognized in the • Four (4) tickets to the event programs, event signage, • Sponsorship spotlight post F and all event promotions on social media ARM TO T • Sponsor recognized from the podium BRONZE SPONSOR $500 • Company name recognized in the programs ABLE DINNER • Sponsor recognized from the podium • Two (2) tickets to the event Feel free to reach out to us with opportunities to: • Be a part of the Agriculture Committee • Include items in swag bags • Volunteer leading up to and during the event 6.

LEMONADE DAY PROGRAM JANUARY - MAY 2024 EXPERIENCE: • National Youth Entrepreneurship program • Easily access curriculum through My Lemonade Day App • Youth build their own business plan • Geared for kids K - 8th grade • Engagement opportunity for businesses, educators, and community members ALL LEMONADE DAY SPONSORSHIPS INCLUDE: • Digital visibility with over 5K followers • Logo on Junior Market signage across WACC social platorms • Recognition in Lemonade Day app • Logo on WillistonChamber.com website • Volunteer/Mentor opportunities to • Recognition in Press Releases engage employees MAIN SQUEEZE SPONSOR $5,000 FRESH SQUEEZE SPONSOR $1,000 • Largest & most prominent logo on • Large logo on Lemonade Day backpacks Lemonade Day backpacks • One (1) logo placement within • Four (4) logo placements within “My Lemonade Day” app “My Lemonade Day” app • Logo on all marketing materials, • Dedicated booth at the Junior Market websites & at events • Opportunity to address Junior Market • Dedicated booth at the Junior Market participants + attendees • Sponsor spotlight on social media • Sponsor spotlight video on social media Y PROGRAMLEMON DROP SPONSOR $500 PUCKER PAL SPONSOR $250 • Medium logo on Lemonade Day backpacks • Name listed on Lemonade Day backpacks • Logo on all marketing materials, • Recognition on all marketing materials, websites & at events websites & at events CHAMPIONING CHILDCARE HEROES The Western Star Foundation is donating a generous 12% of the net proceeds from the Lemonade Day Program. This will be channeled directly to the Williston Early Educators Alliance. The Alliance is on a mission to provide FREE, hands-on training for our amazing LEMONADE DAchildcare workers. These sessions aren’t just essential; they’re mandatory for licensing, 7. ensuring the highest standards of care for our little ones.

LEMON UNIVERSITY + JUNIOR MARKET MAY 18, 2024 | 9AM - 3PM LEMON U EXPERIENCE: JUNIOR MARKET EXPERIENCE: • Building upon Lemonade Day Curriculum • Youthpreneurs put Lemonade Day lessons • Group lessons and in-class learning that to the test focus on: • Youthpreneurs set up their very own booth to - Financial Literacy sell their products to the community - Marketing, Sales + Communication • Awards Ceremony for: - Brand Building - Best Entrepreneur • Engagement opportunity for businesses, - Best Looking Booth educators, and community members - Best Pitch(er) - Young Professionals Customer Service Award • Engagement opportunity for businesses, educators, and community members ALL JUNIOR MARKET SPONSORSHIPS INCLUDE: • Digital visibility with over 5K followers • Recognition in press releases across WACC social platorms pre + post event • Logo on event Junior Market signage • Logo on WillistonChamber.com + • Access to Lemonade Day curriculum for Lemonade Day website employees, vendors, and customers JANUARY 13 FEBRUARY 24 MARCH 23 APRIL 20 MAY 18 Lemonade Day First Lemon Second Lemon Third Lemon Lemonade Day Program University Course University Course University Course Junior Market Sign-Up Opens Business + Banking Marketing, Sales + + Junior Market Raymond Center Pizza Party Communication Booth Sign-Up Strikezone Building Your Business BEST ENTREPRENEUR SPONSOR $3,000 LEMON LANYARD SPONSOR $500 Business Results are calculate & calculated at the • Branded lanyards with your logo provided to i˜`œvÕ˜ˆœÀ>ÀŽi̇w˜>Ã>i˜Õ“LiÀÃ>Ài all Junior Market vendors, volunteers, and staff announced from the stage. • Dedicated email to all Junior Market participants ahead of May 18th. MIC DROP SPONSOR $3,000 • Opportunity to assist youthpreneurswith their • WACC provides audio setup + DJ ”Business Results” calculations • Main stage to be named on behalf of • Name recognition on “Business Results” sheet your organization • Opportunity to provide two (2) large signs on stage U"««œÀÌÕ˜ˆÌÞÌœ>˜˜œÕ˜ViÀ>vyi«ÀˆâiÃ>˜` make announcements throughout the day 8.

WOMEN IN LEADERSHIP EXPO FALL OF 2025 EXPERIENCE: • Regional event that celebrates women in leadership roles while inspiring women at all stages of their lives and careers • Networking opportunities • Professional headshots • Vendor opportunities • One-stop-shop destination for enhancing focus on professional growth PREMIER SPONSOR $5,000 (1 AVAILABLE) • Prominent logo on signage at event, event • Opportunity to put company program, all advertising, and website feature information/swag/gift in attendee • Social media spotlight video gift bags • Opportunity to speak on stage at event and • Six (6) event tickets introduce keynote speaker GOLD SPONSOR $2,000 • Large logo on signage at event, event • Opportunity to put company program, all advertising, and website information/swag/gift in attendee • Social media spotlight gift bags • Opportunity to introduce a breakout • Four (4) event tickets session speaker SILVER SPONSOR $1,000 • Small logo on signage at event, event • Opportunity to put company program, and website information/swag/gift in attendee • Logo on social media spotlight gift bags • Company name listed on all other print • Two (2) event tickets and digital advertising BRONZE SPONSOR $500 • Name listed on signage at event, and • Opportunity to put company event program information/swag/gift in attendee • Name on social media spotlight gift bags • Company name listed on all other print • One (1) event ticket and digital advertising LANYARD SPONSOR $500 MAIN STAGE SPONSOR $1,500 • Branded lanyards with your logo • WACC provides audio setup + DJ provided to all WiL Expo vendors, • Main stage to be named on behalf of your organization WOMEN IN LEADERSHIP EXPO volunteers, and staff 9. • Opportunity to announce door prizes and make announcements throughout the day

LEADERSHIP WILLISTON FEBRUARY - SEPTEMBER 2024 EXPERIENCE: • Eight-month program • Cultivate leadership through: Do you have - Lessons with community leaders what it takes? - Public speaking Apply here! - Community project - Identify working personalities • Learn more about the Williston community Leadership Williston (LW) is an 8-month program centered on cultivating leaders each year through community engagement and exploration as well as professional development. The program is designed to expose existing and emerging leaders to the issues our region faces by using the community as a living classroom. LW strives to provide an in-depth experience to participants by covering a variety of topics each month like education, city and county government, the oil and agricultural industries, and more. Over eight sessions, LW challenges participants to become involved in our community and LEADERSHIP WILLISTON motivate them to take on leadership roles. In addition, participants will tackle personal goals through the public speaking program. Each session will also cover an aspect of leading by speaking through discussion, presentations, etc. Finally, each participant will be tasked with developing an individual or group project Ì…>Ì`ˆÀiV̏ÞLi˜iwÌÃœÕÀVœ““Õ˜ˆÌÞ° For over 20 years, LW has provided a unique avenue to challenge leaders from all walks of life and all industries in Williston. Do you have what it takes? 10.

MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID QUARTERLY WHAT IS MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID? Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among adults. 9œÕ܈LÕˆ`ÃŽˆÃ>˜`Vœ˜w`i˜Viޜ՘ii`ÌœÀi>V…œÕÌ>˜`«ÀœÛˆ`iˆ˜ˆÌˆ>ÃÕ««œÀÌ̜̅œÃi who are struggling. You will also learn how to help connect them to appropriate support. After the course, you will be able to: • Recognize common signs and symptoms of mental health challenges • Recognize common signs and symptoms of substance use challenges • Understand how to interact with a person in crisis • Know how to connect a person with help • Use self-care tools and techniques The Upper Missouri District Health Unit also provides additional valuable training. They teach participants how to recognize an opioid overdose and properly administer Narcan. As an added bonus, every attendee receives a FREE Narcan kit. GOLD SPONSOR - $2,000 (Two available) • Two guaranteed spots in the training • Opportunity to speak during the class lunch break (30-mins) • Logo on all promotional materials that include  ÃœVˆ>“i`ˆ>]ÜiLÈÌi]i‡˜iÜÏiÌÌiÀ]yÞiÀ SILVER SPONSOR - $1,000 (Two available) TH FIRST AID • One guaranteed spot in the training • Logo on all promotional materials that include  ÜiLÈÌi]i‡˜iÜÏiÌÌiÀ]yÞiÀ • Mentions in all social media posts AL HEAL BRONZE SPONSOR - $500 (Three available) • Name on all promotional materials that  ˆ˜VÕ`iÜiLÈÌi]i‡˜iÜÏiÌÌiÀ]yÞiÀ • Mentions in all social media posts Register for MENT BLUE SPONSOR - Goodwill Donation MHFA 10. • Mentions in all social media posts Today!

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DISCOVER WILLISTON MOBILE APP ntroducing Discover Williston, the latest initiative by the Williston Area Chamber of Commerce, designed to seamlessly connect our DISCOVER WILLISTON MOBILE APP community members with everything our vibrant city has to offer5 T()1 !// &%!230%1  $%$)#!2%$ 1%#2).-1 • Shop Local • Eat Local • Play/Events • Live/Work/Stay Discover Williston provides users with a comprehensive guide to businesses, dining options, upcoming events, and essential community services5 nlike other platforms, Discover Williston goes beyond member exclusivity – it includes all businesses, parks, counties, and city services, fostering inclusivity and community engagement5 For those seeking a personalized touch, businesses have the option to customize their listings at an additional cost, ensuring that they stand out in this dynamic, com- munity-driven platform5 Download Discover Williston now and unlock a wealth of opportunities right at your w˜}iÀ̈«Ã]ÃÕ««œÀ̈˜}œV>LÕȘiÃÃiÃ>˜`i˜…>˜Vˆ˜}ÞœÕÀ7ˆˆÃÌœ˜iÝ«iÀˆi˜Vi° usinesses have the option to customize D.4-+.!$ their listings at an additional cost, %0%: ensuring that they stand out in this dynamic, community-driven platform5 For more information, email: wchamberwillistonchamber5com 1.

WILLISTON AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE PRESENTS: ADVERTISING PARTNERSHIPS DISCOVER WILLISTON 2024 ADVERTISING OPTIONS ALL WILLISTON BUSINESSES INCLUDED: Premium Business Listing: FREE - Address - Website - Social Media - Photo pulled from Google UPGRADES: Independent Access: $125 ‡*ÕÃ…˜œÌˆwV>̈œ˜ÃÌœVÕÃÌœ“iÀÃÜ…œ…>Ûi¼v>ÛœÀˆÌi`½ÞœÕÀˆÃ̈˜} - Customize descriptions and photos - Chamber Member Exclusive ADD ON: Scavenger Hunts: $175 Per Year Members; $225 Per Year Non-Members - Personal QR Codes and Chamber advertising to shop local every quarter - Required to give a $50 Value Giveaway once per quarter - Scavenger Hunt once per quarter: • February • August • May • November – December Banner ad (still): $250 - Two (2) weeks - One (1) banner per section (Shop Local, Eat Local, Play/Events, Live/Work/Stay) - Chamber Member Exclusive Section Header $500 - One (1) Month out of Splash Screen: $1500 the Year - One (1) week of Advertising - Chamber Member - Seven (7) Second Exclusive Splash Screen - Chamber Member Exclusive DISCOVER WILLISTON MOBILE APP 15.

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WILLISTON AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE WILLISTON AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE PRESENTS: ADVERTISING PARTNERSHIPS E-NEWSLETTER + DISCOVER WILLISTON 2024 SOCIAL MEDIA ADVERTISING OPTIONS ALL WILLISTON BUSINESSES INCLUDED: Advertising in the Williston Area Chamber of Commerce e-newsletter, reaching Premium Business Listing: FREE 2700 contacts, provides a targeted platform to e!ectively showcase your business to a substantial local audience. With an impressive 36% email open rate, your - Address promotional message gains a higher likelihood of engagement, ensuring maximum - Website visibility and impact among the Chamber’s engaged and receptive audience. - Social Media - Photo pulled from Google $75/MONTH member UPGRADES: $100/MONTH non-member Independent Access: $125 DIMENSIONS: Your email is featured in both our weekly newsletter ‡*ÕÃ…˜œÌˆwV>̈œ˜ÃÌœVÕÃÌœ“iÀÃÜ…œ…>Ûi¼v>ÛœÀˆÌi`½ÞœÕÀˆÃ̈˜} 1200x1200 pixels and our bi-weekly member-to-member emails that go - Customize descriptions and photos out each month. - Chamber Member Exclusive ADD ON: Scavenger Hunts: $175 Per Year Members; $225 Per Year Non-Members - Personal QR Codes and Chamber advertising to shop local every quarter - Required to give a $50 Value Giveaway once per quarter - Scavenger Hunt once per quarter: • February • August • May • November – December Advertising on the Williston Area Chamber of Commerce’s Facebook and Instagram pages is a strategic choice, given their substantial social media presence. Your brand can Banner ad (still): $250 tap into a sizable and engaged audience, ensuring maximum visibility and interaction with - Two (2) weeks your target demographic. - One (1) banner per section (Shop Local, Eat Local, Play/Events, Live/Work/Stay) DIMENSIONS: $60/WEEK FACEBOOK - Chamber Member Exclusive 4.2K Likes 11640x845 pixels FB Cover 5K Followers PROUD CHAMBER MEMBER $40/POST 17,900 Average Reach TTER + SOCIAL MEDIA Section Header $500 FB/Instagram 7,138 Average Engagement - One (1) Month out of Splash Screen: $1500 $180/MONTH INSTAGRAM SLE the Year - One (1) week of Advertising FB/Instagram and 4.2K Likes - Chamber Member DIMENSIONS: - Seven (7) Second 1.2K Followers Exclusive 1-Month FB Cover 1200x1200 pixels 1.2K Average Reach Splash Screen 200 Average Engagement E-NEW - Chamber Member Exclusive DISCOVER WILLISTON MOBILE APP 15. PROUD CHAMBER MEMBER

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BUSINESS AFTER HOURS MONTHLY EXPERIENCE: The Williston Area Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours is held on the 2nd Thursday of every month from 5:30pm-7:30pm! Members and future members gather at the host business to make new connections through an evening of networking. AUDIENCE: All members and potential members that seek to network and engage with the community. HOST BENEFITS • Showcase & offer tours of your business or facility • Your logo & business name will be featured on all event promotions; Chamber e-newsletters, social media, and press release • Exclusive rights to distribute promotional material, offer door prizes, and set up displays • Opportunity to address all attendees • Live radio interview to promote the event & your business HOST RESPONSIBILITIES • Provide event space & parking for 60-80 guests BUSINESS AFTER HOURS • Coordinate and provide food & drinks • Invite employees, clients, & other guests • Have staff at the event to provide tours, and information CHAMBER RESPONSIBILITIES • Promote event through social media, e-newsletters, press release, & radio interview for host • Invite members & guests • Secure event permit (if applicable) • Assist with planning of event & provide networking activity • Staff registration table & assist with implementation of event • Chamber swag provided 18.

RIBBON CUTTINGS MEMBER SPECIAL EXPERIENCE: Each ribbon cutting marks the exciting commencement of a new business venture, showcasing the Chamber’s dedication to supporting local enterprises. The atmosphere is charged with enthusiasm as community members, local leaders, and business owners come together to witness Ì…i ÃÞ“LœˆV VÕÌ̈˜} œv Ì…i ÀˆLLœ˜] È}˜ˆvÞˆ˜} Ì…i œvwVˆ> œ«i˜ˆ˜} œv > ˜iÜ V…>«ÌiÀ ˆ˜ Ì…i œV> business landscape. These events serve as a testament to the Chamber’s commitment to fostering economic development and creating a network of businesses. HOST RESPONSIBILITIES • Member businesses qualify for a ribbon cutting ceremony if they open, move, remodel, are under new ownership or change their name • Coordinate and provide food & drinks • Invite employees, clients, & other guests • Have staff at the event to provide tours, and information CHAMBER RESPONSIBILITIES • Promote event through social media, e-newsletters, and press release U˜ÛˆÌiVˆÌÞœvwVˆ>Ã]>“L>ÃÃ>`œÀÃ]E“i“LiÀà • Bring ribbon, scissors, microphone & speaker RIBBON CUTTINGS 19.

BREW YOUR BUSINESS MONTHLY EXPERIENCE: At Brew Your Business Williston, our passion for our vibrant city drives us to unite the collaborative efforts of Williston City and Economic Development, the Williston Area Chamber of Commerce, the Small Business Development Center, and the North Dakota Women’s Business Center. Together, we gather, talk, network, and learn about other businesses, weaving a tapestry of shared stories, challenges, and triumphs. Brew Your Business Williston is not just a space; it’s a celebration of our city’s entrepreneurial spirit. Join us in this journey to elevate Williston’s business landscape and foster a thriving community for all. WE’RE HERE TO HELP YOU SIP. CONNECT. THRIVE. Brew Your Business Williston – the heart of our community’s entrepreneurial spirit! It’s more than just a platform; Brew Your Business is a hub for connecting community champions, fostering collaboration, and celebrating the unique journey of local businesses and organizations. MEETING DETAILS BREW YOUR BUSINESS • We meet the 2nd Wednesday of every month from 9AM - 10AM at Williston State College Teton Lounge • Networking • Roundtable discussion • Business spotlight SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNTIES • Coffee sponsor • Networking sponsor • Event sponsor 20.

LEARN MORE ABOUT COMMITTEES AND HOW TO BENEFIT THE MOST FROM YOUR CHAMBER MEMBERSHIP %QOOKVVGGUJGNRVJG9KNNKUVQP#TGC%JCODGTQH%QOOGTEGJQOGKPQPURGEKƂEKUUWGU throughout the community. It is a chance for committee members to engage with peers, the Chamber, and the community. Don’t you want to be at the table where decisions are made? AGRICULTURE The Agriculture committee strives to advance local agriculture and agriculture related member businesses. This group recommends policy and positions of the Chamber on the local, state and federal levels. This committee volunteers and assists at local agriculture related events. This committee assists in dispersing pertinent information from Chamber member businesses to their targeted consumers via educational events, email blasts or social media. AMBASSADORS Ambassadors are an extension of the Chamber. Members of this committee are business mentors for new member businesses helping them to take advantage of chamber membership and helping them to succeed! The Committee encourages potential new Chamber members to join and engage. They also assist Chamber staff at various events. ENERGY The Energy Committee of the Williston Area Chamber of Commerce exists to offer the energy industry a seat at the table as well as a platform to help it better engage with the community. Energy companies and their impact are many and far-reaching, but the depth of the industry - from oil and gas to wind to electricity and more - is an unknown to most of the general public. This committee strives to change that. 21.

LEADERSHIP & EDUCATION The L&E committee plans and oversees the educational programs sponsored by the Chamber. These include Leadership Williston, Lemonade Day, Teacher Appreciation Reception, Women in Leadership (WiL) Expo, Mental  *GCNVJ (KTUV #KF CPF CP[ QVJGT GFWECVKQPCN RTQITCOU YJKEJ EQWNF DGPGƂV Chamber Members. POLICY The Williston Area Chamber of Commerce Policy Committee strives to be informed of local, state, and federal issues. This core working group recommends policy and positions of the Chamber on the local, state and federal levels. This committee reviews legislation and regulations and recommends positions the Chamber should take on given issues. The Policy Committee also coordinates, plans, and executes any “legislative CEVKQP FC[UqKP $KUOCTEM ECPFKFCVGUoQHƂEKCNUoXKUKVU VQ 9KNNKUVQP ECPFKFCVG forums during elections, and any other events or activities that support the committee’s mission and objectives. RETAIL The Retail Committee of the Williston Area Chamber of Commerce exists to supporting #shoplocal efforts to help keep our dollars right here in Williston and support the local businesses that support our community. Several programs include: • Chamber Bucks • Loyal to Local Holiday Passport • Babe Ruth Shop Local Baseball Cards • BRAND NEW! Discover Williston App WILLISTON PROFESSIONALS NETWORK The Williston Professionals Network (formerly Young Professionals Committee) of the Williston Area Chamber of Commerce exists to offer networking, professional development and volunteer opportunities to empower professionals. They hold quarterly social, educational, and volunteer events for committee members and strive to increase the involvement of all Professionals in all WACC Programs. WORKFORCE The Workforce Committee strives to advance workforce attraction in the 9KNNKUVQP CTGC VQ ƂPF YC[U VQ JGNR OGODGT DWUKPGUUGU TGETWKV CPF TGVCKP and to work with Job Service ND in coordinating bi- annual job fairs. 22.

CHAMBER MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION Membership Investment Amount is based on the number of employees working in the Williston area. If joining after April 1st, the Membership Investment Amount will be prorated. The Williston Area Chamber of Commerce is a 501(c)6 non-profit organization. Members’ investment in the Williston Area Chamber of Commerce may be tax deductible as an ordinary and necessary business expense, but not as a charitable tax deduction for federal tax purposes. q CHILDCARE? CONTACT US q 11-20 EMPLOYEES $500/year q INDIVIDUAL MEMBERSHIP q 21-35 EMPLOYEES $610/year NOT VALID FOR BUSINESSES $110/year q 36-50 EMPLOYEES $830/year *If you are signing up a business with only 1 employee, select the ‘1-10 Employees’ listing. q 51-99 EMPLOYEES $1,650/year q GOVERNMENT/NON-PROFIT MEMBERSHIP $220/year q 100+ EMPLOYEES $2,200/year q 1-10 EMPLOYEES $360/year Business Name __________________________________________________________________________________________________ Street Address __________________________________________________________________________________________________ Mailing Address __________________________________________________________________________________________________ City State Zip Code __________________________________________________________________________________________________ Phone # FAX 800# __________________________________________________________________________________________________ Email Address Website __________________________________________________________________________________________________ Primary Representative & Job Title __________________________________________________________________________________________________ Email Phone # __________________________________________________________________________________________________ Billing Representative & Job Title __________________________________________________________________________________________________ Email Phone # __________________________________________________________________________________________________ # of Local Employees Company Start Date: __________________________________________________________________________________________________ Social Medial pages __________________________________________________________________________________________________ Please describe your business in 30 words or less Signature Date __________________________________________________________________________________________________ Please attach additional representatives you would like listed with your company on an additional sheet if needed.